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Why is everyone suddenly going back to digital cameras, vinyl records, and cassettes? Is this a nostalgia wave, or a rebellion against the fatigue of perfect quality?
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Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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